Vanyfox
ABOUT
Vanyfox, born Paulo Alexandre, is an Angolan-Portuguese DJ and producer who has risen to international fame thanks to his innovative fusion of Angolan rhythms and contemporary electronic sounds such as afrobeats and house. Raised in Lisbon, he drew from his Angolan roots and the vibrant musical scene of the Portuguese capital to develop a unique sound identity.
At the age of 12, Vanyfox began composing and sharing his first productions on SoundCloud, quickly catching the attention of renowned producer and DJ Branko (from the Enchufada label), who featured him on the compilation "Enchufada Na Zona Vol. 2", marking the official launch of his professional career.
Vanyfox is also a member of the Moonshine collective, based between Montreal and Paris, known for its multicultural events and work in promoting Afro-diasporic music.
Moonshine organizes the famed Moonshine Parties, underground events held in unique locations around the world, including Montreal, Paris, New York, and Kinshasa. These events provide a platform for the collective’s artists to perform in contexts that combine music, visual arts, and Afro-electronic culture. Moonshine is also active in music production with collaborative albums like "SMS for Location", to which Vanyfox contributed as a producer.
Through his involvement with Moonshine, Vanyfox has performed on some of the world’s biggest stages, including:
● Primavera Sound in Barcelona,
● Sónar Festival in Lisbon,
● MUTEK in Montreal,
● Peacock Festival in Paris,
● XP Music Futures in Saudi Arabia,
● Dour Festival in Belgium
● Osheaga in Montreal
He also gained significant attention with prestigious performances at Boiler Room and the Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE), solidifying his reputation on the global electronic music scene.
On the discography side, Vanyfox has released several influential projects, including "Crazy Times" in 2021 with Boukan Records, and "Banzelo" in 2022 under the
Moonshine Records label, further strengthening his ties with the collective while continuing to develop his own musical identity.
Now based in Paris, Vanyfox is preparing for the release of "Sonho Azul", the first part of a highly anticipated EP trilogy. This project promises to further cement his position on the global music scene, while he continues to collaborate closely with Moonshine, pushing the boundaries of Afro-electronic music.
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